Vyana in Manlius, where yoga doubles as exercise and nourishment (video)

MANLIUS, N.Y. - At Vyana Yoga PolariTEA & Apothecary, yoga means much more than just a class.

The Manlius yoga studio, which opened at 131 W. Seneca St. in June 2018, launched a tea lounge on its one-year anniversary this summer. The lounge was designed as a pre- or post-class relaxation spot for yogis, as well as a source of to-go teas, lattes and pour-over Recess coffees.

Studio manager Rochelle Bilow said the drink menu has grown extensively since it first launched, including a latte selection that changes monthly and other seasonal offerings.

The apothecary part of the studio’s name comes from the various adaptogens, such as pearl powder, powdered chaga, cordyceps and lion’s mane mushrooms and other supplements that can be put into the drinks.

The supplements, traditional with the Ayurvedic values the tea lounge follows, are believed to promote wellness and good health. While such additions are limited to the specialty drinks for now, Bilow said the shop plans to eventually offer adaptogens as an a la carte addition to any drink.

“We want this to be accessible to everyone,” Bilow said.

The tea lounge is open from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Starting in October, the lounge will stay open until 5 p.m. on weekdays.

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